Datacenter Construction Operations Director

McKinstry; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 134,730 - 239,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Comprehensive medical and vision

Family formation benefits

Learning and advancement opportunities

Onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

Job summary

A leading firm in sustainable construction is seeking an Operations Director in Austin, TX, to lead Data Center construction operations. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of industry experience, including 7 years in project management and leadership. This role entails ensuring customer satisfaction, managing operations, and improving efficiency while embodying the company's values. The successful applicant will enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, reflecting the company's commitment to employee wellbeing.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of industry experience, with a focus on data centers.
• 7+ years of project management experience.
• Strong leadership experience with a high standard of excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of Data Center construction operations.
• Ensure customer and employee satisfaction while achieving profitable outcomes.
• Evaluate processes to improve efficiency and reduce re-work.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Business Acumen

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience

Job description

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We are adding an Operations Director to join our growing Data Center Innovations business unit in Austin, TX. In this role you will lead, at an operational level, all aspects of Data Center construction operations, providing customer satisfaction, employee satisfaction and profitable outcomes. You will collaborate closely with business development efforts, operations, and other business units to successfully win and execute work that aligns with McKinstry capabilities and business plans. Additionally, some responsibilities you will have include:

Leading Teams

• Hire, coach, and performance manage team members consistent with McKinstry values.
• Schedule and host the monthly Operations Management Meeting with focus on training team members.
• Be an integral part of monthly Operation Reviews and Plan Presentations.
• Be an active participant/presenter in the All-Hands Meeting.

Operations Management

• Participate with Business Unit Manager in monthly department forecasting, annual planning, and department monthly meeting.
• Manage proactive staffing which compares project and assignments to a roster of resources.
• Take responsibility for proactive view of upcoming work and communicating that to all of the interested downstream partners.
• Take responsibility for ensuring that the Critical Processes from the PLC and Navigator are being done on all projects (including coach, guide and mentor around this content).
• Coordinate and drive activities across safety, supply chain, quality, construction operations, project/program management, and business development functions.
• Improve efficiency, reduce re-work, and prevent write-downs by evaluating processes and work-in-progress against expected production rates with project managers and labor leaders to uncover opportunities to streamline and reduce wasted time and materials.
• Work with sales, project managers and labor leaders to schedule manpower requirements based on forecasts, budget, scope, job schedule.
• Work with supply chain to give visibility on upcoming materials and equipment procurement based on project and order forecast/backlog.
• Ensure that project and operations staff are following set procedures when acquiring personnel for jobs.
• Make sure shop operations are performing in budgeted labor hours through published manpower plans.
• Ensure we execute professional high-quality projects.
• Work with logistics to make sure storage and deliveries meet standards, schedule, and contractual requirements.
• Keep track of union contracts and how it affects the business.
• Attend union labor committee meetings as needed.
• Hold operations personnel accountable for deadlines.
• Work with project managers and trade superintendents to keep crew sizes at the correct level to meet project needs and budgets.
• Work with safety dept. to manage safety training and implementation.
• Manage trade communication with internal/external customers when manpower needs to be shifted.
• Develop and retain talented staff.
• Educate and critique staff when required information is incomplete or incorrect.
• Work with Project Managers and labor leaders to organize and schedule post project – “lessons learned” meeting and document/share with team to constantly improve performance.

Sales & Business Development Support

• Available to sales/estimating for manpower options and strategies.
• Participate in Bid Reviews to provide constructability review and ensure sound estimating practices.
• Attend client meetings, interviews and events as needed.
• Take on pursuits and budgeting exercises as assigned.
• Partner with the sales team, other department leaders and operations managers.

What You Need To Succeed At McKinstry

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent professional experience
• 10+ years of industry experience – data center experience preferred
• 7+ years of project management experience
• 7+ years of experience leading people with a high standard of excellence
• Strong business acumen
• Proficient in forecasting and managing cost types
• Willingness to travel

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• “Building Good” paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $134,730 - $239,500 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on market location. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.